Bank of Thailand Plans Tighter Rules for Buy Now, Pay Later Services

Thailand Business News - Nov 5, 2026

The Bank of Thailand (BOT) plans to tighten controls on Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) services from December, aiming to curb debt risks

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